POSITION SUMMARY
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The key responsibilities of the laundry attendant include, but are not limited to:
- Sort laundry into specific classifications for the preparation of washing.
- Daily rotation of duties consists of: operation of washers, dryers, towel folder, preparation of linen cages, delivery of linens to the floors and linen exchange outside the laundry facilities.
- Communicate with the Supervisor regarding the shortage of linens on the floors at the end of the shift.
- Removal of soiled linens from guestrooms or room attendant carts, separate soiled items in the service area, place soiled linens in the linen shoot and/or sort soiled linens in the designated linen bins (varies based on volume)
- Deliver and place empty linen bins into the service area; Ensures prompt delivery of linen requests from room attendants throughout the day.
- Remove and sort garbage, glassware and recyclable items from guestrooms or room attendant carts and place in the designated containers in the service areas.
- Deliver full soiled linen bin to loading dock for laundry company to pick up; Reports and removes stained or torn linen as needed, maintains discards logs up to date.
- Maintains cleanliness of equipment and work area; assists with linens inventory count.
- Checks and maintains the chemical injection system and performs minor maintenance within the laundry area.
- Reports equipment damage to the Supervisor, Manager or Lead Attendant.
- Ensures all tasks are performed in a safe manner.
- Performs other related duties as required.
Physical Demands
- Must be physically fit and able to lift heavy items, along with movements such as bending, stooping and kneeling when required. (Transferring washing garments weighing up to 300 lbs)
- In addition, you will be required to stand on your feet and/or walk for long periods.
COMPETENCY PROFILE
- Contributes an energetic and positive attitude to the hotel atmosphere.
- Maintain the highest standard of professionalism, ethics, grooming and attitude towards guests, clients and other associates.
- Self-motivated and able to complete responsibilities in a timely manner with little or no supervision.
- Must be extremely well organized and detail-oriented.
- Maintain professional business confidentiality as required.
SELECTION CRITERIA
Qualifications and Technical Experience
- Experience in and knowledge of laundry operations and heavy machinery preferred
- Must hold a WHMIS Certificate.
- Knowledge of safety standards; ability to work in close quarters
